Sony STR-DN1080 7.2-Channel AV Receiver Review

Imagine Dragon’s “Believer” from the album Evolve (CD, Interscope) has been in heavy rotation in our household. I found that the Sony’s presentation provided plenty of detail and punch, especially in the mid-bass region. No, the Sony receiver driving wall- and ceiling-mounted speakers cannot provide the same level of performance as high-end separates and floorstanding speakers, but Sony’s attention to audio performance pays off–the receiver provided a lower noise floor and better detail than you would expect to find at this price point.”